Brett Hayhoe reflects on his complex relationship with his father in a compelling memoir. He explores the distance created by his parents’ separation and the small, impactful memories that linger. The narrative highlights childhood experiences, the absence of grandparents, and a poignant moment with cigarettes, ultimately revealing an inheritance of memories and unresolved emotions.
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A first big trip. A mother and son on Queensland Rail, heading south to visit family. A cousin with a church group and an enormous quantity of alcohol. A homecoming that went badly wrong. A holiday cut short and a train back to Cairns — rather sooner than planned.
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A friendship that defies easy category. Alan — met in Vancouver, shared in Astoria — and the decade of visits that made his city feel like home. His mother Estelle, with her southern charm and impeccable comedic timing. A sister best experienced unprepared. A neighbourhood bar, a deli, the el, and the sound of the world going about its business.
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